42 m. ago Umahi defends Lagos bridge closure, to probe state controller’s action

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has defended the controversial closure of the Independence Lagos bridge, attributing the decision to a potential safety hazard that could have led to loss of life. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV on Friday, Umahi expressed frustration with the State Controller who authorised the closure but acknowledged her Read More

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3 h. ago FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication

Federal Government has officially reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State following emergency repair works. Speaking at the reopening ceremony on Friday, Minister of Works, David Umahi, said that the closure was prompted by a structural failure involving the approach slab of the bridge, which caved in due to a faulty design. Umahi noted that […] The post FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has reopened Independence Bridge in Lagos following its emergency rehabilitation, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi, apologising for the hardship caused by its sudden closure. The minister, who visited the bridge on Friday, confirmed that it is now open to vehicular traffic. He assured Lagosians that such disruption […] The post Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Grenade Explosion Kills Scavenger, Injures 3 Others In Lagos

Pandemonium broke out Idi-Araba in Lagos State when a grenade exploded, killing one man with three other persons severely injured. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Taiwo Street, in Idi Araba community in Lagos, resulted in the instant death of a yet-to-be identified scavenger and severely injured three others. The Lagos […]

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7 h. ago Minister reopens Lagos’ Independence Bridge, promises permanent fix

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State. Umahi, a former Governor of Ebonyi State, stated this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Friday. The minister stated that permanent work on the bridge will commence in three weeks. He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island Read More

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7 h. ago Edo killings: Shops shut in Sokoto amid fears of retaliation

There is palpable tension in Sokoto State as rumours of protest over the recent killings of 16 hunters in Uromi, Edo State of Nigeria, by local hunters in the state. Our correspondent in the state who monitored the incident on Friday gathered that most business areas occupied by non-indigenes, especially the Igbos, are under lock Read More

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8 h. ago Scavenger dies, three hospitalised as military grenade explodes in Lagos

A yet-to-be-identified scavenger has been killed after a military-grade grenade exploded at Idi-Araba in the Mushin area of Lagos State. PUNCH Online learnt that three other persons were injured in the incident, which occurred on Thursday. It was gathered that some scavengers in a metal scrap yard were attempting to dismantle one of the grenades Read More

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10 h. ago I didn’t approve Independence Bridge method of closure, says Umahi 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Minister of Works, Engineer Nweze David Umahi has washed his hands off the sufferings of the road users on Independence Bridge in Lagos saying that he did not approve the  method of closure of the road  by the Federal Controller of Works in charge of Lagos. According to the minister, the […] The post I didn’t approve Independence Bridge method of closure, says Umahi  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago French Embassy, partners launch initiatives to support artists, managers

as Amplify Bootcamp holds in Abuja, Lagos this April As part of the Création Africa Fund, and in partnership with read more French Embassy, partners launch initiatives to support artists, managers

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10 h. ago Funke Akindele Once Paid Me N90K After 1 Month On Set, Actor Ijoba Lande Recounts

Actor and comedian Ganiyu Kehinde Morufu, who is popularly called Ijoba Lande, recounted his disappointing experience working with popular actress and producer Funke Akindele, also called Jenifa. Ijoba Lande narrated that he spent a month working on a movie produced by Akindele at Amen Estate in Lagos, only to be paid N90,000 at the end. […]

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11 h. ago BEDC applauds Edo govt’s bold step towards energy independence, consumers protection

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin   BEDC Electricity Plc has expressed confidence in the newly enacted Edo State Electricity Law, describing it as a landmark policy that promotes a healthy collaboration in the state. The company said that it also fosters healthy competition and consumer protection while creating a conducive business environment for all stakeholders in […] The post BEDC applauds Edo govt’s bold step towards energy independence, consumers protection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago INEC Wasted Too Much Time Before Rejecting Petition For My Recall – Senator Natasha

Suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has faulted Independent National Electoral Commission for spending too much time before rejecting a petition seeking her recall from the Senate. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that INEC on Thursday, declared that the petition filed by a political group from Natasha’s district failed to satisfy the provisions […] The post INEC Wasted Too Much Time Before Rejecting Petition For My Recall – Senator Natasha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago FG to commence construction of collapsed Namnai bridge in Taraba

Tribune Online FG to commence construction of collapsed Namnai bridge in Taraba The Namnai bridge along Wukari Jalingo highway which is linking Calabar to Maiduguri collapsed in 2024 due to flood. FG to commence construction of collapsed Namnai bridge in Taraba Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December

Tribune Online Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Lagos State Government is poised to take full regulatory control of electricity in the state by December, according to Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Biodun Ogunleye. This development comes as the state prepares to host the inaugural Lagos Energy Summit 2025, themed “Journey to Energy for All”. Ogunleye revealed that the state government […] Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Three foreigners arrested in Nasarawa illegal mining site raid

The Mining Marshals have shut down an illegal mining site in the Rafin-Gabas community of Kokona Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, confirmed this in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, on Thursday in Abuja. Alake stated that the mining marshals, a security outfit Read More

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13 h. ago Anambra 2025: YPP vows to field candidate, rejects Soludo’s APGA alliance claim

The Young Progressives Party on Friday dismissed a statement by the Governor of Anambra State, Charles Soludo, that it had collapsed its structures to support the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the November governorship election. NAN reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission announced that the 2025 Anambra Governorship election will be held on November Read More

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14 h. ago Fiscal Responsibility Commission, ICP, others seek transparency, accountability in LG administration

Tribune Online Fiscal Responsibility Commission, ICP, others seek transparency, accountability in LG administration Key government agencies, including the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), and the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), have intensified calls for transparency, accountability, and fiscal discipline in local government administration in the Federation. Fiscal Responsibility Commission, ICP, others seek transparency, accountability in LG administration Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Minister denies owing businesswoman N200m, sexual harassment allegations

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has denied owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, N200 million for promotional materials she supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi denied the allegation on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists during his tour of the Independence Bridge in Lagos. He said, “When I left office and then became a Read More

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15 h. ago 60% Of Corruption Cases In LGAs Linked To Healthcare, Infrastructure — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu has revealed that over 60 per cent of corruption cases investigated by the Commission at the local government level were linked to diversion of public funds intended for critical infrastructure and healthcare facilities. The ICPC chairman stated this during a […]

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15 h. ago Never close any road, bridge without permission, Umahi warns works controllers

Tribune Online Never close any road, bridge without permission, Umahi warns works controllers He apologised to Lagosians and to President Bola Tinubu for the trouble the closure caused the entire residents and the nation. Never close any road, bridge without permission, Umahi warns works controllers Tribune Online

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